Specialist, Accounting *Temporary 24 months contract* / Alectra Utilities

 Specialist, Accounting *Temporary 24 months contract*

Alectra is committed to putting our people first in providing a positive employee experience and a safe work environment. Our Hybrid Workplace policy allows for an effective balance for employees with the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment; a combination of Remote / In-office work based on operational requirements.

Position Purpose:

The Specialist, Accounting is responsible for the preparation of the key quarterly notes to the financial statements for the Accounting team and supports various key financial analysis and process improvements.  This role provides support to internal and external audits and is responsible for preparing various reporting schedules.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Preparation of quarterly and annual notes to the IFRS financial statements including comparative information and analysis
• Preparation and analysis for various annual assessment to ensure provisions are accurately reflected in company’s financial results
• Liaison with external audit, coordinates and prepares supporting documentation as part of the interim and annual audits
• Provide support and financial analysis to accounting group and other business units to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal processes and IFRS.
• Overall responsibility for ensuring all consolidating entries are performed accurately based on IFRS and ensuring controls are implemented to ensure the consolidation of financial statements are done correctly.
• Coordinate the completion of monthly account reconciliations.
• Participates in the testing of timesheet and payroll process improvements; work with confidential payroll data and ensure testing from time entry to payroll is thoroughly performed
• Plays a key role in process improvements for the accounting team by participating in cross functional teams.
• Identifies and recommends process or procedural improvements to improve the quality and timeliness of financial information and to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness for financial accounting
• Continuously improves the efficiency and accuracy of the reporting process including automation of the accounting tools
• Streamline work processes through automation and innovation. In coordination with the third-party implementer, IT and business groups, evaluate and document company’s business processes both operational and financial, including current process analysis and proposed revisions, participate in design, testing and implementation.
• Ensure compliance to legislative, regulatory and Health & Safety policies, procedures and standards as applicable
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

Education & Specialized Knowledge

• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
• CMA/CGA/CA/CPA designation
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including thorough knowledge of IFRS
• Advanced level of knowledge and experience in financial modeling and management reporting
• Superior proficiency with IT-based automated reporting tools
• Superior proficiency with Excel application including macros and advance formulas
• Proficiency with other MS Office applications

Experience

• A minimum of 3 years related work experience including financial reporting and analysis
• Extensive working knowledge of Tier I ERP systems and other related reporting systems
• Knowledge of the energy and utility industries, including a solid understanding of the regulatory environment

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Highly self-motivated and directed
• Ability to identify process gaps and recommend new processes
• Demonstrated high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Solid problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions to complex technical issues
• Strong written and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical information in an organized and concise way
• Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines   
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Must hold and maintain a valid class “G” driver’s license

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this position and meet the qualifications, please submit your resume by visiting our Careers page at https://www.alectra.com/careers.

Alectra is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. Alectra will consult with all applicants who request accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs, to the point of undue hardship.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Alectra. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.